Schedule A Campus Tour

One of the best ways to know that Columbia State is the right college choice for you is to come see us! Campus tours are scheduled, but if the tour dates don’t work for your calendar, give us a call and we’ll plan a tour just for you. Click Campus Toursto learn more.

Academics

Columbia State offers more than 70 academic programs, including both transfer and career-entry programs. Learn more about our Academic Programs.

Summer Classes

If you're an adult learner, recent high school graduate, or transferring from another college, get a head start. Summer classes can help make the transition easier! Our courses are a smart investment and will transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Learn more about courses that transfer.

Adult Learners

Returning to college when you are 25 or older can be challenging, confusing and intimidating. But, it can also be one of the most rewarding decisions you ever make! Check out ourOffice of Adult Learners to see what sets Columbia State apart and makes returning to college as an adult such a great decision.

Tennessee Promise

Columbia State is proud to be a participating Tennessee Promise college. Tennessee Promise is the state’s last-dollar scholarship program that allows graduating high school and home school seniors the opportunity to attend a community or technical college tuition-free for two years. Visit http://www.ColumbiaState.edu/Tennessee-Promise to learn more.

Tennessee Transfer Pathways

You can rest assured when you take classes at Columbia State. Your credits will transfer seamlessly with you when you graduate if you decide to continue your studies at a Tennessee four-year university, and many private colleges and universities too! That's the TTP Guarantee! AND, if you are thinking about coming to Columbia State from another Tennessee school, the TTP works both ways!

Campus Life

It’s not just what you learn in the classroom, Columbia State offers a variety of student clubs, organizations and activities for you to get involved. Below are just a few of the many options available to you:

Accreditation

Columbia State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate of Art, Associate of Science, Associate of Science in Teaching, Associate of Fine Arts in Music, and Associate of Applied Science degrees, as well as many technical certificates.